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Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7 IV

Portability
56
Imaging
93
Features
78
Overall
87
Hasselblad X2D 100c front
 
Sony Alpha A7 IV front
Portability
61
Imaging
81
Features
92
Overall
85

Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7 IV Key Specs

Hasselblad X2D
(Full Review)
  • 100MP - Medium format Sensor
  • 3.60" Tilting Display
  • ISO 64 - 25600
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • Hasselblad X Mount
  • 895g - 149 x 106 x 75mm
  • Introduced September 2022
  • Superseded the Hasselblad X1D II 50C
Sony A7 IV
(Full Review)
  • 33MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 699g - 129 x 97 x 81mm
  • Launched October 2021
  • Earlier Model is Sony A7 III
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Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7 IV Overview

Below, we are contrasting the Hasselblad X2D versus Sony A7 IV, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands Hasselblad and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the X2D (100MP) and A7 IV (33MP) and the X2D (Medium format) and A7 IV (Full frame) use totally different sensor size.

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The X2D was introduced 11 months later than the A7 IV so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Hasselblad X2D being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7 IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the X2D matches up vs the A7 IV in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Hasselblad X2D over the Sony A7 IV

 X2D A7 IV 
LaunchedSeptember 2022October 2021More recent by 11 months
Display dimension3.60"3"Larger display (+0.6")
Display resolution2360k1440kSharper display (+920k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony A7 IV over the Hasselblad X2D

 A7 IV X2D 
Display typeFully articulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Hasselblad X2D and Sony A7 IV

 X2D A7 IV 
Focus manually Dial exact focus
Touch display Easily navigate

Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7 IV Physical Comparison

If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Hasselblad X2D enjoys physical dimensions of 149mm x 106mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") with a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 IV has proportions of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).

Compare the Hasselblad X2D versus Sony A7 IV in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the X2D and the A7 IV.

Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7 IV size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the X2D and A7 IV is 56 and 61 respectively.

Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7 IV top view buttons comparison

Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7 IV Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The graphic here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the X2D and A7 IV.

To sum up, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The X2D having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Hasselblad X2D will show greater detail using its extra 67MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The more recent X2D is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7 IV sensor size comparison

Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7 IV Screen and ViewFinder

Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7 IV Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Hasselblad X2D as a Portrait photography camera
Sony A7 IV as a Portrait photography camera
95
has manual focus
flash sync is higher than normal (1/4,000 seconds)
great MP (100MP)
sensor size is great (Medium format)
delivers RAW formats
81
manual focus
high megapixels (33MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
includes face detect focus
saves RAW formats
no liveview
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Street Comparison

Hasselblad X2D as a Street photography camera
Sony A7 IV as a Street photography camera
75
tilting screen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Medium format)
delivers RAW formats
supports focus by touch
environment sealing
good ISO range (25,600)
more heavy than others (895 grams)
79
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
big sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
boasts touch to focus
weather sealing
above average high ISO (51,200)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Hasselblad X2D
Sports photography with Sony A7 IV
90
quiet shutter (1/6,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great MP (100 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Medium format)
offers tracking autofocus
environment sealing
supports phase detect auto focus
slow continuous shooting (3.3 fps)
84
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
high megapixels (33MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
includes tracking focus
weather sealing
good battery (600 per charge)
sensor has phase detect auto focus
no liveview
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Hasselblad X2D
Travel photography with Sony A7 IV
61
environment sealing
supports focus by touch
great MP (100 megapixels)
does not have Timelapse recording
more heavy than others (895g)
display is not selfie friendly
80
good battery (600 per charge)
weather sealing
supports bluetooth
boasts touch to focus
high megapixels (33 megapixels)
screen is selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Hasselblad X2D Landscape photography advice
Sony A7 IV Landscape photography advice
87
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Hasselblad X mount)
screen larger than average (3.60 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great MP (100MP)
sensor size is great (Medium format)
good ISO range (25,600)
delivers RAW formats
environment sealing
does not have Timelapse recording
84
manual focus
switch lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
high megapixels (33MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
above average high ISO (51,200)
saves RAW formats
weather sealing
good battery (600 per charge)
two card slots
no liveview
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Vlogging Comparison

Hasselblad X2D Vlogging details
Sony A7 IV Vlogging details
30
touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
comes with external microphone jack
display is not selfie friendly
low res video ( pxls)
more heavy than others (895g)
80
screen is selfie friendly
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detect focus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 resolution)
includes mic socket
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Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7 IV Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Hasselblad X2D and Sony A7 IV
 Hasselblad X2D 100cSony Alpha A7 IV
General Information
Manufacturer Hasselblad Sony
Model type Hasselblad X2D 100c Sony Alpha A7 IV
Category Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Introduced 2022-09-07 2021-10-21
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size Medium format Full frame
Sensor dimensions 44 x 33mm 35.8 x 23.8mm
Sensor area 1,452.0mm² 852.0mm²
Sensor resolution 100 megapixel 33 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1 and 4:3 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 11656 x 8742 7008 x 4672
Max native ISO 25600 51200
Max boosted ISO - 204800
Minimum native ISO 64 100
RAW files
Minimum boosted ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points 294 759
Lens
Lens support Hasselblad X Sony E
Total lenses 13 172
Crop factor 0.8 1
Screen
Display type Tilting Fully articulated
Display diagonal 3.60" 3"
Display resolution 2,360k dots 1,440k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 5,760k dots 3,690k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.87x 0.78x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4080 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/8000 secs
Maximum quiet shutter speed 1/6000 secs -
Continuous shooting rate 3.3fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options TTL center weighted system, compatible with Nikon System Flashes no built-in flash
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/4000 secs 1/200 secs
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions - 3843840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 600 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 500 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 300 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 250 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 240 Mbps, XAVC S-I, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p /
Max video resolution - 3840x2160
Video file format - MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) Yes (USB PD supported)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 895 grams (1.97 lb) 699 grams (1.54 lb)
Dimensions 149 x 106 x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") 129 x 97 x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 420 shots 600 shots
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage CFexpress Type B, 1TB Internal Storage Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots
Card slots 1 Two
Retail pricing $8,199 $2,500